I was so shocked and surprised how beautiful the plants were that you shipped me! They were packaged really well,...... show more

I was so shocked and surprised how beautiful the plants were that you shipped me! They were packaged really well, they were established, they were moist and in awesome condition! Thank you so much for providing such quality plants! You have earned yourself a customer for life! Keep up the great work and know that your efforts are appreciated. I feel it's important to let companies know when they're doing a great job and you guys are doing a stellar job. (And I've told all my friends and neighbors about your site!) Milton H. Avoca, IA

Echinacea Tomato Soup Description

Echinacea Tomato Soup is the brightest red coneflower to date with its long-lasting 3.5" flowers.

The strong, multi-branched stems of this vigorous new red echinacea make it the perfect addition to any cut flower arrangement.

PLANTING GUIDE

Soil: Average to sandy soil. They do best in soil that is high in organic matter, and well drained. Light: Full sun -- Plant them in a spot that gets at least 5 hours of full sun a day. They will tolerate partial shade, but plants may flop or strain to reach the sun.Water: Average -- Water regularly the first season to encourage good root growth. Coneflowers are often listed as drought tolerant, and though they do handle the heat of summer very well once established, they will do much better with regular watering.Spacing: 24 inchesFertilizing: Over fertilizing will cause spindly growth, so keep echinacea on a lean diet -- fertilizing once in the spring with an organic fertilizer.Winterizing: Avoid damp spots, and heavy mulching over crowns in winter. Too much moisture can cause fungus or rot. Leave the foliage standing for winter, (birds enjoy the seed heads), and trim back or remove spent foliage in early spring before new growth emerges. Maintenance & pruning: Once planted, they are best left alone, as they do not transplant well. They are prolific bloomers, and snipping off the spent blooms will keep them blooming. Luckily, each flower remains in bloom for several weeks. The first season after transplant, just enjoy your newly planted echinacea flowers all summer, and then clip off all flowers at the end of August. If the plant starts to form new buds in September, clip these off before they open. Leave the plant in place all fall -- don't cut it down in your fall cleanup. Given this treatment, the first season your plants will build a strong root system that will promote hardy, robust growth for years to come. After the first year, you can deadhead throughout the growing season allowing the plant to flower in the fall.

Reviews

I received my order today and was, as usual, thrilled with the plants. They were large and healthy, beautifully packaged and preserved for secure and safe shipping (I live on Cape Cod Massachusetts) Great Garden Plants, you are a superior company to deal with and your products are excellent as is your service!I couldn’t be happier.

Echinaceas

Janice F | Apr 30, 2015

I didn't see a place on your website to leave a review, but I wanted to let you know that I was extremely pleased with my recent order. I'm a first time buyer from Great Garden Plants and actually stumbled across your site when I was searching for drought tolerant plants for my landscaping. I purchased four Echinaceas and received them yesterday. I've ordered from on-line garden centers before and what I receive is usually one stem with a few roots attached. What I received from you was more like what I would purchase from a brick and mortar nursery! My plants even already had blooms on them! I was also impressed with the packaging of my plants. The whole experience, from ordering to planting, was superb! I really appreciate your detailed description of each plant with everything one needs to know to have a successful outcome. I will not hesitate one moment in ordering from you again.